Senior Consultant
Senior Consultants at Newtrality lead the design and delivery of high-value solutions for Local Government, combining strategic insight with hands-on programme and project leadership. They apply deep, current sector knowledge to complex, often ambiguous environments, shaping realistic and practical outcomes that respond to the challenges councils face.
Working alongside clients, they bring effective and innovative approaches to problem-solving across areas such as Local Government Reorganisation, target operating model design and implementation, service redesign, financial sustainability, organisational change and rising service demand.
Senior Consultants take accountability for providing high-quality consultancy skills - asking the right questions, diagnosing needs, and co-designing pragmatic, impactful solutions that achieve measurable results.
Depending on the scale and nature of the engagement, they act as programme or project lead, or partner closely with those in those roles, assuring delivery quality and outcomes for clients and the wider sector.
The role spans strategic consulting, project and programme management, and elements of product development, with opportunities to influence business direction and contribute to the growth of our consultancy Community of Practice.
Responsibilities (to be confirmed)
Anticipates political sensitivities and adapts delivery to maintain alignment and momentum.
Leads delivery of complex programmes, using insight and structured methods to drive outcomes within agreed scope.
Designs and applies scalable consulting frameworks, ensuring consistency across workstreams that leads to successful delivery
Builds credible relationships across client levels and manages expectations pragmatically.
Leads internal improvement initiatives and retropspectives and tests new approaches to strengthen delivery, using market knowledge and insight.
Mentors and coaches junior colleagues and contributes to developing sector and consulting capability.
Identifies opportunities to extend work and leads elements of sales and extension activity.
What experience we are looking for?
Our whole team and our network of partners have a huge variety in background and experience, and we think this adds to what makes us different.
For this role, we are looking for someone who has experience consulting within the Local Government sector at a mid to senior level, or has worked within an authority within a change or transformation focussed role.
You’ll be confident working to senior leaders, and able to challenge constructively, with empathy and pragmatism at the heart. You’ll be able to evidencedelivery of complex projects and programmes that have delivered meaningful impact within a given period of time – this can be a short and sharp discovery, or an org-wide transformation that lasts 12–18 months.
We want people who thrive on curiosity, those who ask sharp, insightful questions that get to the heart of a problem. You’ll bring examples of where this mindset has helped you spot issues early and shape solutions for both specific services and across wider councils. You’ll be at ease in the ‘unknown’, able to turn messy, ambiguous challenges into clear, actionable solutions.
Ambiguity is consistent throughout our work, and all our colleagues are able to work, navigate and live within grey areas – it’s where we do our best work.
You’ll thrive in roles where you’re trusted to get on and deliver. We’re looking for people who take initiative, move work forward without waiting for instruction, and bring a self-starting mindset to complex challenges.
You’ll be comfortable shaping your own approach, managing your own pace, and making informed decisions that keep momentum high.
You’ll be confident working to senior leaders, and able to challenge constructively, with empathy and pragmatism at the heart. You’ll be able to evidencedelivery of complex projects and programmes that have delivered meaningful impact within a given period of time – this can be a short and sharp discovery, or an org-wide transformation that lasts 12–18 months.
We want people who thrive on curiosity, those who ask sharp, insightful questions that get to the heart of a problem. You’ll bring examples of where this mindset has helped you spot issues early and shape solutions for both specific services and across wider councils. You’ll be at ease in the ‘unknown’, able to turn messy, ambiguous challenges into clear, actionable solutions.
Ambiguity is consistent throughout our work, and all our colleagues are able to work, navigate and live within grey areas – it’s where we do our best work.
You’ll thrive in roles where you’re trusted to get on and deliver. We’re looking for people who take initiative, move work forward without waiting for instruction, and bring a self-starting mindset to complex challenges.
You’ll be comfortable shaping your own approach, managing your own pace, and making informed decisions that keep momentum high.
Who we are
Newtrality is a specialist consultancy working across Local Government and the wider public sector. Much of our work is built out of ambiguity. Sometimes the parameters are not yet formed. Sometimes the problem definition is still emerging. Often, leaders need additional grip over complex and politically sensitive change programmes. That is where we do our best work. We work from initial problem definition through to design, delivery and upskilling client teams. We do not simply advise. We stay close and ensure change is embedded.
What We Do
Local Government delivers services people rely on every day. When transformation programmes stall or drift, the impact is real. We work shoulder to shoulder with sector specialists and senior leaders across a range of programmes, including:
Programme reviews within technology
Third-party spend reviews and savings programmes
Organisational baselining
Target operating model co-design and delivery
Our role is to bring clarity, pace and credibility to complex environments.
What makes us different?
We see ourselves as challengers. We use our neutral perspective to do things differently.
We work seamlessly with our clients and partner with some of the best minds in the sector, leaning on their expertise and lived experience to co-design and deliver effective solutions that matter.
Working here, you can expect to be a key player in some of the most complex and sector-defining programmes. You will work from early problem definition through to delivery and capability building.
Our Guiding Principles
Everything we do is shaped by three guiding principles:
Customer We focus on the organisations and communities we serve. We listen carefully and design solutions that work in reality.
Commercial We understand financial pressures and approach change with pragmatism and value in mind.
Culture We believe lasting change depends on people. We prioritise trust, capability and strong working relationships.
These principles underpin how we work with clients and how we build and co-design Newtrality strategy and direction.
Our values
What ties us together is simple. We want to work with good people to deliver great things.
Our values are not soundbites. They are the golden thread we use to recruit, develop and grow our teams.
They shape our behaviours every day.
Authentic We are honest, grounded and credible. We build trust through transparency.
Collaborative We work shoulder to shoulder with clients and colleagues. We value different perspectives and expertise.
Practical We focus on solutions that work in the real world. We avoid unnecessary complexity.
Delivery Focused We are committed to outcomes. We take responsibility for seeing work through.
Proactive We anticipate challenges, act early and bring energy to solving problems.
If these resonate with you, you are likely to feel aligned with how we operate.
What it is like to work here
We promote autonomy within our teams. We want you to be an expert in your field and to take ownership of your work. At the same time, we stay connected. We have active communities of practice and a regular cadence of team check-ins to ensure everyone has the support and guidance they need.
Ambiguity is consistent throughout our work. All of our colleagues are comfortable navigating grey areas. It is where we do our best thinking.
You will work directly with senior leaders. You will contribute to shaping the brief, not just responding to it.
You will be trusted to deliver.
We take a hybrid working approach, balancing flexibility with connection. While much of our work can be done wherever you are based in the UK, travel to client sites (typically 1–2 days per week) is part of what keeps us connected and effective.
Who we look for
The common denominator when we hire is experience in environments where the problem is not clearly defined.
You may have worked in Local Government, the wider public sector or consulting. What matters most is that you can:
Navigate ambiguity with credibility
Innovate and think independently
Work at pace
Build trusted relationships
Deliver meaningful outcomes
We value judgement, integrity and ownership.
Why Join Us
We’re growing fast – our client base, reputation, and opportunities are expanding rapidly as our work becomes increasingly more complex and impactful within the sector.
This is an exciting time to join a consultancy that’s doing things differently.
If you’re looking for:
A hands-on role where your expertise shapes real outcomes
The chance to work with and learn from sector leaders
A culture that values authenticity, innovation, and doing the right thing
…then this might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Our expectations
We hold ourselves to high standards and expect the same from our colleagues.
We expect you to:
Take responsibility for outcomes
Maintain professionalism in complex environments
Contribute to the growth of the firm
Support and develop others
Act consistently in line with our guiding principles and values
In return, you will have real responsibility and the opportunity to shape impactful work.
Beyond Delivery
Outside of our client-facing work, we’re proud to partner with Tile Hill to deliver the Different programme – a national leadership development initiative designed to support and accelerate the growth of Future Leaders from minority backgrounds across the sector.
This partnership reflects who we are – rooted in purpose and driven by shared commitment to equity, excellence, and meaningful change. Learn more about the programme here. (add link)
Working With Us
Hybrid working with travel to client sites when needed
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays, including Christmas shutdown)
Monthly team away days
A supportive, values-led culture focused on growth and balance
Competitive pay and benefits (currently under review)
If you’re ready to make a difference, thrive in complexity, and deliver work that matters – we'd love to hear from you.
Indicative Interview Process
Initial screening call with Resourcing & People Lead (video call)
First stage interview with experience-led questions with one of our directors (video call); themes of questions and job description will be provided
Final stage face-to-face interview with wider delivery team (video call/in-person where practical, case by case)
Our initial screening calls will occur both whilst the job advert is still live, and after the closing date for the role. Unsuccessful applications may be provided feedback where possible prior to the closing date.
We aim to provide feedback post-screening call and interview within 3 working days.
Newtrality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexualities, races, religions, and abilities. Recruitment decisions are made fairly, transparently, and without bias, in line with our Equality, Diversity & Equal Opportunities Policy. We are dedicated to supporting diversity and inclusion at every stage of our work. If you need adjustments, please let us know as part of your application.
Closing date for all applications is 29th May 2026.
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